Testimonials About Her Work: sandy "We are told that talent creates its own opportunities. But it sometimes seems that intense desire creates not only its own opportunities, but its own talents." ~ Eric Hoffer sandy  2008 February Testimonial: "You and I have apparently known each other through many lifetimes. Your print arrived safely. It is absolutely lovely! Thank you!" ~ Sandy Larimore, Casper, Wyoming ~ 2/7/ 08 2007 December Testimonial: "You and Jim really got me this Christmas. I was so overjoyed with my two beautiful paintings. I could not stop laughing because I remember how you said they were for one of your collectors and how sad I was at the time. You said if the paintings were meant for our home then I would receive them. Well, I can't tell you how happy I am...what a great surprise this was." ~ Lynda Johansen ~ 12/26/07 May Testimonial: "Just to let you know that your painting looks absolutely beautiful hanging on our wall with the other boat pictures. It is the center of attraction, right in the middle. We are very pleased with it. Thanks again for all the wonderful artwork." ~ Steve & Judy Lane, Estell Manor, NJ ~ 6/28/07 January Testimonials: "Yours are the best painting of bats I have seen, as you portray the bat as the beautiful, sweet and gentle creatures that they really are. Of course most people wouldn't know this unless they have seen our bats at one of our presentations, or at one of the other bat conservation groups presentations. We of course get toknow them intimately when rehabbing injured or orphaned bats and most of them have very sweet personalities. Unfortunately this makes it much harder and sadder for us when they don't survive their injuries.I now have your bat prints at home and on the wall in my office at work. I get comments all the time about how adorable the bats look in your paintings." ~ Karen Moreno, Santa Cruz, CA ~ 1/23/07 "I enjoy looking at art work online.Your site and your style are at the top of my list Thanks for sharing.God bless" ~ Sharyn Simmons Stoner, PA ~ 1/9/07 2006 December Testimonials: "Your art was not opened until Chrismas Day and they were clearly the most powerful gifts. Again- thanks for sharing your awesome talent." ~Dean Wasserman, Paramus, NJ ~ 12/26/06 "Gosh, I dont know what to say. I love them both! You amaze me. I had no clue what your thoughts were on these paintings and you blew me away once again. Thank you very much!" ~Dorrie Heil, Belmar, NJ ~ 12/21/06 November Testimonial: " I want to THANK YOU, for coming into my life. Your talents in painting, writing, and research are truly amazing. I have enjoyed seeing all of the painting that you have had on your web site, and I only wish I had wall space to purchase some ­ perhaps when we move from our windowed home in Colorado to a condo in the future, I will have more wall space." ~ Sally Vennel, Crested Butte, CO ~ 11/23/06 " I enjoy my pre-dinner wine just staring at your wonderful paintings." ~ Sandra Sandy, NY, NY ~ 11/7/06 October Testimonial: "Someone at the Fall Festival was talking about an artist who lets you pay for your painting on time and I instantly knew she was talking about you. Here is my payment and I still love this piece! I showed all my students (children and adults) and they all loved it. They kept looking at it closely to see how you can make that beautiful tree with just a few strokes." ~ Janice Mason, Marlton, NJ ~ 1010/06 September Testimonials: "What a pleasure to find your site and the detail involved with your beautiful work on the New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Event! Your personality along with your talent shows through the website. Good luck to you in your painting ventures. You have a very appealing, warm, friendly and energetic style!" ~ Eileen DiIanni, Pittsburgh, PA ~ 9/26/06 "Sorry to have missed you that day in Cape May, but not sorry to own an original "Rockopelli" painting of yours. It's beautiful. My artist boyfriend loved it also. We'll be looking forward to seeing more pieces of yours in the future. Thanks again." ~ Cynthia Domenech, Bronx, NY ~ 9/20/06 June Testimonial: "I just wanted to say how much I am enjoying the Animal Spirits book. It is fabulous - gorgeous artwork and very insightful. And the Spirit Art emails really perk up the week. I was amazed when I received the first one about turtles as just the week before, for the first time in my life, I came across a family of turtles. And then the next email was about hummingbirds - one of my totems - and it made me realize how fortunate I am here in California to have these delightful beings year round. (interestingly enough, hummingbirds come to sit in front of me - just a reminder to me that if they can slow down, so can I! Anyways, thank you so much for all the joy!" ~ Carrie Mesrobian, San Jose, CA ~ 6/17?06 February Testimonial: "I've been enjoying your paintings so much -- especially this time of year -- since they are mostly beautiful flowers and I sence I can feel the summer breeze around them! Thank you, thank you!" ~ Jane Austin, Manchester, VT, 2/1/06 January Testimonial: "Thanks for sending the invite to join your email list. I went to your website and delighted in looking over the work that has kept your mind occupied and joyous over time. I really enjoy your work and the quotes/thoughts you share with us, your readers. I thank you for reaching out as an artist to me. I believe in what you do. I believe in your spirit, and I believe looking at the Spirits through your eyes is a gift I am blessed to experience. I am so glad you have followed your dreams and your spirit and have chosen to share them with the world, one painting at a time." ~ Tracy DiMatteo, Rochester, NH, 1/12/06 2005 December Testimonial: "I swear you are the most motivated artist on the planet!! I admire your spirit." ~ Nancy Irons ~ 12/20/05 November Testimonial: "I have been spending a lot of time in my living room and have the picture you painted hanging across from me on the wall. It is a thing of beauty! The picture brings me such joy and peace. I am grateful for your purchasing program which makes it possible for me to own this!" ~ Tracy DiMatteo ~ 11/15/05 September Testimonial: "Thanks Sandy, your artwork brightens each day for us!" ~ Margaret & Ed Cooke ~ 9/9/05 July Testimonial: "Received my books yesterday. What a lovely book! I read it cover to cover last night. Thank you for sharing your ideas and your beautiful paintings with the rest of us all. Just a lovely, lovely book! You should be very proud and happy with it! Keep up the good work! " ~ Ellen Scheer ~ 7/22/05 June Testimonial: "I feel we will be having a long term relationship with you! We will be moving next week and can't wait to find the perfect spot for your beautiful pictures. We are very glad we came to Smithville late in the day so we had time to really talk to you and Jerry without the throngs of people. Can't thank you enough, you two are very special." ~ Donna L. Komorowski ~ 6/1/05 May Testimonial: "WOW I am so excited about the book! It will be a great gift item. I will be in touch when it comes out to pick up some copies. I love books so much. What a great way to use your gift!" ~ Susan McCarthy ~ 5/31/05 February Testimonial: "Well I finally had the chance to check out your web-site and you are totally amazing!! What an artist you are. Your work is fantastic. I also loved the photo journal and now I feel that I know you!" ~ Chris Wheatley, Vancouver, BC ~ 2/8/05 2004 May Testimonials: "Of course, the painting is hung! It looks great. John really loves it, as I do. I just love looking at the paintings. I can't tell you what they mean to me. I can say that sometimes it is hard for me to believe my bird magic and those pics are a true confirmation of my connections and what I do." ~ Terri Loy ~ 5/25/04 "I want to tell you how very pleased and honored I am that you are going to exhibit your paintings with the Perfect Mix Art Group at Smithville, in July. There is no doubt in my heart and mind that your work is important, most importantly however, your presence will make a difference at the exhibition." ~ Ellen Barnett ~ 5/25/04 "You stopped me in my tracks today at the Iris Festival! Lovely, moving work!" ~ Lucinda Weller ~ 5/8/04 February Testimonial: I absolutely LOVE our new painting!!!!! It is just gorgeous and I hope that no matter what you do with acrylics, you will continue with this style (which I DO associate with you and ONLY you!). Love you - and thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!! ~ Binell Martino ~ 2/12/04 January Testimonial: I am looking forward to meeting you and visiting your studio. I went into your web page and found it very interesting. Your art does speak of the Ancestors. You have a wonderful open connection with them. One can feel it in your art as Chief Two Bears Standing stated. ~ Lynne Patrice ~ 1/18/04 2003 December Testimonial: I was just perusing your website and it is just magnificent...i can't get over how wonderful it is. I am so happy to see how happy you are....it's a good thing when it all falls into place!!! Keep up the great work!!!" ~ Noni Bookbinder Bell ~ 12/24/03 October Testimonials: "I just wanted to let you know that I went to your web site today and everyone here at work was gathered around, enjoying your paintings and our family pictures. I hadn't been on your site in a very long time and didn't realize you had all those pictures of the family on there. It was fun looking at them. And I felt very proud that you are my sister. Everyone kept saying; "She really painted that!?" I made the one funny family photo as my wallpaper on my computer. Thanks so much! Love you sis!" ~ Gaile Abeyta ~ 10/30/03 "I just can't express to you how each of your paintings beautifies our home. Not to mention, the happiness we feel when we look at them and think of the story behind the paintings and the artist. I look forward, over the years, to adding to my collection. Who needs Yoga when you can look at any of your paintings and feel completely at PEACE! Thank you Sandy." ~Lois Ursi ~ 10/28/'03 September Testimonials: "It is wonderful visiting your professional website - Sandy Sandy, which presents commendable information about your collection of limited edition prints and original watercolors . The website has been presented in pleasant layout. The content, design and ease of navigation are top-shelf and it is obvious how much thought and work went into its development. The website is designed in an innovative manner and hence, reflects an overall professional touch. The links presented are quite interesting to explore. Congrats on having done a great job!" ~ Katie Andrews ~ 9/17?03 "The paintings look wonderful in our home in Maryland. My husband loved the one with the bear especially. Hope to see you again next year on LBI." ~ Chris Gehman ~ 9/8/03 August Testimonials: "I really like your paintings because they don't look like photographs. If I wanted a photo, I'd take a snapshot with my camera!" ~ Joseph Barbieri, Coconut Creek, FL ~ 8/31/03 "I just wanted to let you know that I took the watercolor out of the packaging last night. In short, it is a beautiful piece of work, and I am truly happy with it. I also want to thank you for the nice card that you included with the watercolor - very classy. Thanks again Sandy, and I hope to buy again from you in the near future." ~ Jason C. Nelson, Dallas TX ~ 8/14/03 "I really love your spiritart! It`s so seldom to see true spiritart, made from feelings and energy, and not from technique and knowledge of symbols and color / light! And so great to see that you are so close to nature and earth in them! I love it! Really beautiful! Keep up the good work, I`ll bookmark you!" ~ Lise Nilsen, Norway ~ 8/10/03 "While walking down the path that is cyberspace, I happened upon your website. I enjoyed my visit. You have many gifts and it was a sincere privilege to view your pages. May the Sun enlighten , the Moon enrich and the Earth embrace and protect you always." ~ Micheal Teal , Canada ~ 8/7/03 July Testimonial: "Just a note to say, I really admire your 'primitive painting in Bob's newsletter. I LOVE your tribal Kokopelli - type characters and how they're busy making music and rain. Your clouds and lightning bolts remind me of the big foreboding sign that I photographed (in 1982) at the entrance to "Meta Tantay" - the late Cherokee healer Rolling Thunder's traditional camp in the Nevada dessert." ~ Karie Garnier in Slocan, BC. ~ 7/22/03 April Testimonial: "Thank you so much for allowing me to participate in your lease/purchase program. I truly adore "Dreamweaver" and constantly get compliments about it when guests enter my living room. It hangs as the main centerpiece, adorned with swags of lavender and heather. Your talent for capturing the true spirit of our equine friends is simply inspiring! " ~ Alison Newman ~ 4/3/03 February Testimonial: "I was just showing my wife your web site. I am always impressed with the quality of your work. It is beautiful and very powerful. I can see why you sell so well." ~ Ken Lienweber ~ 2/6/03 2002 November Testimonial: "Your paintings never cease to amaze me. They can be so different and all are so lovely and inspiring." ~ Ellen Fetcher Scheer ~ 11/30/02 September Testimonials: "I saw your letter in Genn's newsletter and searched to see if you have a website. I enjoyed the tour. Your art is diverse and fresh. And your website is well designed and easy to navigate. I especially enjoyed the quotes. Didn't want to leave! " ~ Joy Cooper ~ 9/25/02 "I purchased your Mesa Verde Watercolor Saturday at the Wood St. Fair. I just wanted to let you know how much I luv it! I even took a picture of my son, Jake, in front of it. See how great it looks!" ~ ~ Donna Cabrera ~ 9/11/02 "I was browsing the net the other day and saw some really great new stuff on your web site! Loved more than one thing. We may have to add to our collection sometime around Christmas!" ~ Jodie Woods ~ 9/5/02 August Testimonials: "Irvane just sent me your website! Wow! your work is stunning. You have moved forward and I love it!" ~Kathleen Pennell ~ 8/21/02 "I can see how dedicated you are to your art, it really shows. It has a very strong presence." ~ Lori E. Levin ~ 8/7/02 "I just love everything that I have hung and I love what it's done for the whole look and feel of our home." ~ Binell Martino ~ 8/5/02 July Testimonials: "Thanks for designing our recent floral acquisitions to our specifications with an oriental flavor. It looks fabulous above the piano and really sets off the decor of the room. We love them!!!!!! They're SANDY SANDY'S #10, 11 & 12." ~ Jim Rinier ~ 7/21/02 "Checked out your www; great stuff! How do you keep creating at that pace? I thought I could get the work out, but compared to what you do, I feel like I'm in reverse. Congratulations on all your sales. Beautiful work and sincere effort. I can only say it's well deserved. Keep on slugging! " ~ Ben Cohen ~ 7/15/02 March Testimonial: "On a net search I found your terrific site. I love your loose style and your colourful Watercolours. If your workshops were held in Brisbane Australia I would be first in line to attend. I am a retiree who paints in oil however I am anxious to return to watercolour! Please let me know if you have produced a instruction book. Thank you for your time. Best wishes from Sunny Noosa on the Sunshine coast of Australia." ~ Stan Jones ~ 3/20/02 January Testimonials: "We stopped by the Markeim on Saturday to have a look-see before your show ended. It looked great! You really had a lot there - quantity-wise and diversity of style. Very cool. We're used to seeing your work in a tent. It's pretty expansive when you lay it all out. :-)" ~ Mary Sue Smith ~ 1/ 30/02 "Hi sandy, just wanted to tell you again that the show looked wonderful. the paintings were laid out very well, they "flowed" nicely. I like the sailboat paintings also, I haven't seen any of that subject matter by you before. I can see that you are really enjoying that yupo paper too." ~ Sandy Jones ~ 1/8/02 2001 November Testimonial: "I wanted to follow up with you again to express my appreciation for your contribution to the re-launch of my project website. The feedback about the new site design and logo has been nothing short of positive! I just can't express enough how much I appreciate your work, your energy, and your graciousness. Letting me use 'White Buffalo Woman' on the site and adding the moon gave he image just the right energy for an empowering logo for our project and website. I truly believe you are a powerful role-model and I'd like to share your story with others. Our newsletter is a super way to do this, and it will be forever archived on our website as well for all to see." ~ Leah Dawn, www.MentorGirls.org ~ 11/1/01 October Testimonials: "Enjoyed visiting your gallery, and other links on your website. (I visited about 95% of them.) Connected to Monte, and the two Tony's. Impressed with the fluidity - similar to yours . Enjoyed your workshop story - again impressed with your recall and writing. I expect you'll be starting on a book, one of these days. Thought about which paintings I enjoy the most, but can't really make a choice. As with Monte, I do like your compositions. Recall the cave compositions most clearly, next the florals. All in all, I really enjoyed the gallery finger-walk and how your web-site flows. Your writing tone makes me, the reader, feel like you're talking to me directly - good work. You and It, (the website) just keep getting beter, and better, and better." ~ Sandy Tucker ~ 10/16/01 "Sandy's pictures are ~ simply put ~ GORGEOUS!! I've bought a few, and there's no way to decide which picture is prettier than another. Thanks Sandy for creating your net site so that I was lucky enough to find you. My friends are drooling..." Ruth B. Flowers,Titusville, FL ~ 10/24/01  August Testimonials: "Getting the opportunity to see your art on the web is truly a treat for all. I hope to catch one of your exhibits and definitely this fall at the mill. Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful talent." Nancy Webster ~ 8/11/01 "Thanks for selling us BAZOOTANUM FOREST II ....... We love it SOLD!!!!!! It's SANDY SANDY #4." ~ JimRinier ~ 8/11/01 "Your art works display a variety of subject matter and style -all done in a top-notch technique." Irvane Spraklin ~ 8/16/01 July Testimonials: "Your web page is fabulous. You must have worked really hard to get that up and running. When did you start with the abstracts? I loved them! The pueblo landscape was really great too. You just keep turning corners and finding more ways to express yourself. Don't listen to those people who want you to put yourself in a box with a "look". You are a free spirit when it comes to art--you NEED to go all over the place. How boring to settle on one thing and one way to do it--that's for people with no imagination." Bobbie Zurbach ~ 7/11/01 2000 First Cave Art Testimonial: Hey Sandy! I love it! After the Medford Art Festival on June 4th, I came home and looked at your new Cave Art piece, but I didn't have time to email. So, I'm playing catch-up today, and imagine my great surprise when I went back to look today and found 6 MORE PIECES! You go Girl... I really do like them. They are so inspired. There is something very spiritual and "other worldly" about them. This is really a great series for you. A wonderful body of work. I hope your inspiration keeps coming through. ~ Rita Whitcraft ~ 6/22/00 See Sandy's Artist Statement Sandy's Biography Publications / Bibliography Solo Shows, Juried Shows and Awards Sandy's Shows Collections Testimonials About Sandy's Work View Sandy's Photo Journal "About My Paper & Techniques" "The Symbolic Qualities of Some of the Things I Paint" "My Thoughts & Noteworthy Quotes About Art"  A Glossary of Art Terms All images and text copyright © Sandy Sandy and may not be reproduced without the expressed written consent of Sandy Sandy. License to use these images may be available through private treaty. s